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Last updated on June 16, 2026
Average rent in
South Bend, IN
Average rent in
Last updated on June 16, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where South Bend rent stands today
South Bend, IN rent rose 10.2% year over year to a current median of $1,295/month. Renters are paying $195 more per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent holding steady recently.
Compared to national trends
South Bend sits 33.6% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the Midwest. The city offers 125 total rentals, providing a modest inventory.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in South Bend run around $1,415/month, 1-bedrooms around $950/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $1,900/month, covering a wide range of options for renters.
Price ranges
Houses have a median rent of $1,350/month compared to $1,200/month for apartments, showing the rent difference between property types in South Bend. This spread offers options for different renter preferences.
Median rent
Median rent in South Bend
$1,295/mo
10%vs previous year
The average rent in South Bend is $1,295 per month as of June 2026. This is 34% below the national average rent, or $655 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in South Bend
125
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of South Bend rentals at each price point
Rent trends in South Bend, IN
Average rent prices in South Bend have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 10% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
South Bend, IN
Rent prices in South Bend vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in South Bend is $1,200, whereas a house costs $1,350. 1-bedroom apartments in South Bend run $995 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,295.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,415 | 13% | 36% | |
1 bedroom | $950 |  6% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,200 | 4% | 9% | |
3 bedroom | $1,350 | 1% | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $1,900 | 6% | 30% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Council Oak | $1,375 | |
Far Northwest | $1,310 | |
Harter Heights | $1,475 | |
Keller Park | $1,100 | |
Lasalle Area | $1,350 | |
Near Northwest | $1,450 | |
Northeast South Bend | $1,499 | |
Northwest South Bend | $1,200 | |
River Park | $1,350 | |
Rum Village | $1,299 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,200 | 7% | No Change | |
Condos | $895 | 2% | 36% | |
Houses | $1,350 | 1% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,415
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
36%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
9%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,900
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
30%
Northeast South Bend
Average rent
$1,499
Near Northwest
Average rent
$1,450
Council Oak
Average rent
$1,375
River Park
Average rent
$1,350
Rum Village
Average rent
$1,299
Lasalle Area
Average rent
$1,350
Northwest South Bend
Average rent
$1,200
Keller Park
Average rent
$1,100
Far Northwest
Average rent
$1,310
Harter Heights
Average rent
$1,475
Apartments
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
7%
Condos
Average rent
$895
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
36%
Houses
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in South Bend, IN, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in South Bend, IN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in South Bend and Buchanan by all bedroom counts and property types.
South Bend
34%lower than the national median
49%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in South Bend, IN is 31% higher than the median rent in Buchanan, MI.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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11%$865
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2%$1,110
2%$1,299
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19%$1,400
8%$1,150
35%$1,232
17%$1,028
7%$1,805
2%$1,165
Cost of living in South Bend, IN
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 4% lower |
| Groceries | 1% higher |
| Health | 6% higher |
| Housing | 22% lower |
| Transportation | 7% lower |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in South Bend, IN
5d+ ago
Near Northwest apartment for rent in South Bend
542 N Scott St #1, South Bend, IN 46616
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 14
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in South Bend
1425 Miami St, South Bend, IN 46613
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in South Bend
427 S 27th St #2, South Bend, IN 46615
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 28
5d+ ago
Far Northwest house for rent in South Bend
2013 Elwood Ave, South Bend, IN 46628
3 beds
1 bath
$999
House for rent
3h ago
300 E Lasalle Ave, South Bend, IN 46617
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,199–$2,999
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in South Bend
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,600
House for rent
5d+ ago
Bercliff Estates house for rent in South Bend
227 Timber Ln, South Bend, IN 46615
4 beds
3 baths
$2,600
House for rent
Available Feb 21
5d+ ago
Northeast South Bend apartment for rent in South Bend
728 N Frances St, South Bend, IN 46617
4 beds
2 baths
$2,600
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2909 Sugar Maple Ln, South Bend, IN 46628
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,500
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
415 South Lafayette Boulevard, South Bend, IN 46601
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,015–$1,634
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
801 West Douglas Road, South Bend, IN 46635
3 beds
2 baths
$1,249–$1,500
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 21
5d+ ago
Keller Park house for rent in South Bend
2 beds
1 bath
$975
House for rent
2d ago
Verified
2909 Sugar Maple Ln, South Bend, IN 46628
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
801 West Douglas Road, South Bend, IN 46635
3 beds
2 baths
$1,249–$1,500
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 21
3d ago
Verified
415 South Lafayette Boulevard, South Bend, IN 46601
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,015–$1,634
Apartment for rent
3h ago
300 E Lasalle Ave, South Bend, IN 46617
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,199–$2,999
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Near Northwest house for rent in South Bend
2 beds
1 bath
$1,675
House for rent
3d ago
328 N Notre Dame Ave, South Bend, IN 46617
Studio
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
3d ago
5614 S Main St, South Bend, IN 46614
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
Apartment for rent
4d ago
House for rent in South Bend
924 E Chippewa Ave #1, South Bend, IN 46614
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
House for rent
Available Jul 15
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Frequently asked questions for South Bend, IN
Quick answers to common questions about the South Bend rental market.
How much is rent in South Bend?
The average rent in South Bend is $1,295 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in South Bend?
Average rent prices in South Bend have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 10% since last year.
How does South Bend rent compare to the national average?
Rent in South Bend is 34% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $655 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in South Bend?
The most affordable neighborhoods in South Bend are Keller Park ($1,100/mo), Northwest South Bend ($1,200/mo), and Rum Village ($1,299/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in South Bend?
To comfortably afford rent in South Bend, you'd need to earn approximately $52,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in South Bend?
South Bend's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $980 per month, while 2-bedroom units rent for around $1,200 monthly. These figures reflect the current pricing across the city's diverse neighborhood options.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).